Atlantic International University Masters Programs
Master of Civil Engineering
Honolulu, USA
Master degree
DURATION
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
Key Summary
The Master of Civil Engineering program is offered online via distance learning. After evaluating both academic record and life experience, AIU staff working in conjunction with Faculty and Academic Advisors will assist students in setting up a custom-made program, designed on an individual basis. This flexibility to meet student needs is seldom found in other distance learning programs. Our online program does not require all students to take the same subjects/courses, use the same books, or learning materials. Instead, the online Master of Civil Engineering curriculum is designed individually by the student and academic advisor. It specifically addresses strengths and weaknesses with respect to market opportunities in the student’s major and intended field of work.
Understanding that industry and geographic factors should influence the content of the curriculum instead of a standardized one-fits-all design is the hallmark of AIU’s unique approach to adult education. This philosophy addresses the dynamic and constantly changing environment of working professionals by helping adult students in reaching their professional and personal goals within the scope of the degree program.
Important: Below is an example of the topics or areas you may develop and work on during your studies. By no means is it a complete or required list as AIU programs do not follow a standardized curriculum. It is meant solely as a reference point and example. Want to learn more about the curriculum design at AIU? (Course and Curriculum)
Core Courses and Topics in Civil Engineering:
- Transportation Systems Engineering
- Theory and Design of Pre-stressed Concrete
- Theory and Behavior of Steel Structures
- Analysis and Design of Masonry Structures
- Soil and Site Improvement
- Advanced Soil Mechanics
- Construction Project Management
- Construction Estimating
- Legal Aspects of Contracting
- Risk and Financial Management in Construction
- Engineering for Sustainability
- Environmental Engineering
- Design of Water and Wastewater Facilities
- Marine Geotechnical Engineering
- Port and Harbor Engineering
- Coastal Engineering
- Water Resources Engineering
- Highway Pavement Design
- Retaining Structures and Slopes
- Advanced Strength of Materials
- Structural Dynamics
- Earthquake Structural Engineering
- Foundation Engineering
Orientation Courses:
- Communication & Investigation (Comprehensive Resume)
- Organization Theory (Portfolio)
- Experiential Learning (Autobiography)
- Academic Evaluation (Questionnaire)
- The fundament of Knowledge (Integration Chart)
- Fundamental Principles I (Philosophy of Education)
- Professional Evaluation (Self Evaluation Matrix)
- Development of Graduate Study (Guarantee of an Academic Degree)
Research Project in Civil Engineering:
- Masters Thesis Project
- MBM300 Thesis Proposal
- MBM302 Master Thesis (7,500 words)
Publication: Each Master of Civil Engineering graduate is encouraged to publish their research papers either online in the public domain or through professional journals and periodicals worldwide.
